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Find the meaning of the highlighted idiom in the given options: Unless we pull together as a nation, we can’t make it progress at a fast pace.
Question

Find the meaning of the highlighted idiom in the given options:
Unless we pull together as a nation, we can’t make it progress at a fast pace.

A.

pull the rope

B.

labour hard

C.

maintain peace

D.

work unitedly

Correct option is D


Meaning of the Idiom:
"Pull together" is an idiom that means to work together in a coordinated or united way towards a common goal.
· Meaning in Hindi: एकजुट होकर काम करना / मिलकर प्रयास करना
· Example Sentence:
· The team pulled together to finish the project before the deadline.
· If we all pull together, we can overcome this crisis.
Explanation of Options:
· (a) pull the ropeLiteral meaning; incorrect.
· Meaning: To actually pull a rope; not idiomatic.
· Hindi: रस्सी खींचना
· (b) labour hardIncorrect.
· Meaning: To work hard individually
· Hindi: कड़ी मेहनत करना
· This does not capture the idea of working together as a group.
· (c) maintain peaceIncorrect.
· Meaning: To avoid conflict and stay peaceful
· Hindi: शांति बनाए रखना
· This is unrelated to the context of cooperative effort.
· (d) work unitedlyCorrect.
· Meaning: To work in unity or together as a group
· Hindi: एकजुट होकर काम करना
· Matches the context of national cooperation for progress.
Similar Idioms:
· Join forces – to come together for a common purpose
· Work hand in hand – to cooperate closely
· Band together – to unite in order to achieve something
Therefore, the correct meaning of “pull together” is “work unitedly.”

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